Informative Tips and Articles
Peruse our helpful and informative tips and articles to learn the proper ways to care for your tile and natural stone, clean your grout lines, remove stains, and much more!
People commonly ask, "What causes ring-shaped marks and white spots on marble?" "Is there a product I can use to get rid of this type of stain?" and "Is there...
Read More
How to Remove Shower Calcium Deposits
Do you have a white film or scaly buildup on your tile or stone shower? That's calcium deposits. Here are some DIY solutions you can try yourself to remove them...
Read More
Are Steam Cleaners Safe For Natural Stone?
There are many wrong ways to clean natural stone, which is why we recommend leaving heavy cleaning to an experienced stone restoration professional. Steam cleaning should be used with care...
Read More
Can Skin Soap Damage Natural Stone?
With an abundance of skin cleaning products on the market, from bars and scrubs to foams and gels, knowing which ones to avoid using around your natural stone can be...
Read More
Glossary of Natural Stone Finishes
Choosing the right natural stone finish for your intended use is essential. Our glossary of finishes will help you understand natural stone finishes and what finish is best for your...
Read More
3 Tips for Comparing Stone Restoration Bids
Choosing a stone restoration contractor by comparing bids based on price only can be a costly mistake. Here are three tips for comparing stone restoration bids.
Read More
Why Pool Decks Turn Green and Black
What is that green and black stuff that grows on pool decks? Read this article to learn what it is, how to remove it, and how to minimize the likelihood...
Read More
Stone Fabrication. Stone Restoration. What’s the Difference?
Are you considering natural stone as a material for your kitchen or bath new construction or renovation plans? You'll need to enlist the services of both a stone fabricator and...
Read More
Resolve Dirty Grout Problems Once and For All
If your grout looks dirty or seems to be a dirt magnet, there are real, lasting solutions available. Read this article to learn how to resolve dirty grout problems once...
Read More
Countertops: Your Essential Guide
Thinking about purchasing new countertops? You're going to love the Surface BUZZ magazine Kitchen Countertop edition! When you begin your search for the right countertop material for your new kitchen,...
Read More
Limestone Selection and Care
For anyone considering having limestone installed, as well as anyone with an existing installation, read this article to learn where limestone works best, why limestone is not suitable for wet...
Read More
Removing Urine Stains and Odors on Natural Stone
Urine stains and odors can be difficult to remove from natural stone. Here are some step-by-step instructions for both urine stain and odor removal.
Read More